But for the plot point writing, maybe this is being brought up now of all times because the reveal is weeks away and we need a reason that EJ won't go batshit.

I agree that it was brought up for the reveal but I dont think it was necessary to keep EJ from going bsc. Grace's death already should show him how much of a favor Nicole did for him. The obstacle will be EJ's ego that somebody fooled him and that'll be the reason (if he does) of him going baserk. [oh please I hope James doesn't give another performance like the last reveal. :scared: I also hope Casey/Chad doesn't study those scenes and copies James' portrayal when Chad finds out about Mia hiding paternity of their deceased baby.]